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Global stocks dip as Trump's tariff deals deadline looms
The National News
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Global stocks mostly retreated on Friday as countries pushed to secure trade deals with the Trump administration ahead of a July 9 deadline for US tariffs to take effect. Markets also weighed the possible impact of US President Donald Trump's...
Teenage Emirati real estate broker aims high after selling Dh2.3m worth of homes
The National News
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An 18-year-old Emirati who became one of the youngest licensed real estate brokers in Dubai has reflected on what it took to achieve so much at such an early stage of his career. Khalid Al Zarooni, a recent high school graduate, was inspired by...
Pro-Palestine acts face BBC censure after Glastonbury row
The National News
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The BBC is to stop broadcasting or streaming live performances by acts they consider to be “high risk” after the fallout from its Glastonbury coverage during which punk-rap duo Bob Vylan led anti-Israel chants on stage. It could result in artists...
Sheikh Mohammed announces AI system to become advisory UAE Cabinet member from 2026
The National News
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Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, on Friday announced a host of changes taking place within the UAE government. He said the National Artificial Intelligence System will be an advisory member of the UAE Cabinet,...
Mauritius: South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Commission (SWIOFC) Member States Strengthened Regional Cooperation For Sustainable Tuna Fisheries Management
MENAFN
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July 4, 2025
(MENAFN- APO Group) The Working Party on Collaboration and Cooperation in Tuna Fisheries (WPCCTF) from the South West Indian Ocean Fisheries Commission (SWIOFC), met in Mauritius to continue its work on strengthening regional cooperation for the...
US unveils another sweeping package of sanctions aimed at Iran
Splash 247
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July 4, 2025
The US has escalated its crackdown on Iran’s shadow oil trade, unveiling a sweeping set of sanctions against dozens of entities and vessels linked to the illicit transportation and sale of billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian oil, some of which...
AU Criticised for Calling Burundi Election ‘Credible’
News Central TV
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July 5, 2025
A senior Burundian opposition official on Saturday criticised the African Union (AU) for labelling the country’s recent parliamentary elections “credible,” despite widespread accusations of irregularities and voter intimidation. The AU’s Peace and...
Flutterwave boosts Cameroon’s businesses with 34th country licence
Technext
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June 23, 2025
Flutterwave has officially launched its digital payment services in Cameroon after securing a Payment Service Provider licence from the Central Bank of Central African States (BEAC). This milestone, achieved through a technical partnership with...
CSOs Unite in Lagos to Tackle Malnutrition Crisis
News Diary Online
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June 23, 2025
…Call for Increased Government, Donor Support Amidst Mounting Crises Civil society organizations from 22 countries across West and Central Africa, as well as the island nations of Comoros and Madagascar, have reaffirmed their...
Chiefs flex muscle in transfer market
MMEGI
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July 4, 2025
Magosi, who dominated the late 2000's era, claimed the 'galaticos' approach of signing in the market as they went after the league's top talents. The return of a muscling Chiefs in the market is on the horizon after the club confirmed high profile...
GLOBAL: US clamps down on more companies and vessels contravening Iranian sanctions
Bunkerspot
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July 4, 2025
The US Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has announced another raft of sanctions targeting networks and vessels involved in transporting and purchasing Iranian oil, including companies run by Iraqi businessman...
U.S. Sanctions Iranian Oil Smuggling Networks and Shadow Fleet Vessels
gCaptain
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July 3, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed new sanctions on multiple networks involved in transporting and purchasing billions of dollars’ worth of Iranian oil, with some proceeds benefiting Iran’s...
Treasury unveils new sanctions on Iran as it has 'chosen extremism'
FOX Business
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Former CIA station chief Daniel Hoffman on satellite imagery showing activity at the Fordow nuclear facilities, what's next for negotiations with Iran and ending the war in Gaza. The U.S. targeted Iran’s "shadow fleet" and an Iraq-Iran oil...
Mapped: The State of Freedom Around the World in 2025
Visual Capitalist
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July 5, 2025
The State of Freedom Around the World in 2025 This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Key Takeaways Finland has the...
Observances: July 5-6
Bulgarian News Agency
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July 5 The world: National Day of Cabo Verde: Independence Day (1975); National Day of Venezuela: Independence Day (1811). Bulgaria: Interior Ministry Day. On this date in Bulgarian history: 1879: First government formed after five centuries of...
Djokovic eyes making more history at 'special' Wimbledon after demolishing Evans
The National News
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Novak Djokovic moved a step closer to a record-extending 25th Grand Slam title by outclassing British wildcard Dan Evans in the second round of Wimbledon on Thursday. The Serbian, who has dropped down to No 6 in the world rankings, looked in great...
Fordow: Everything you need to know about Iran’s nuclear crown jewel
The National News
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Fordow was Iran’s nuclear stronghold: deeply buried, heavily fortified, and politically charged. More than just a uranium enrichment site, it was a symbol of Iran’s defiance. To Tehran, Fordow acted as insurance and a bargaining chip in nuclear...
U.S. Launches Eighth Round of Sanctions Targeting Iran's Oil and Tankers
The Maritime Executive
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The U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) launched its next round of sanctions targeting Iran through six entities involved in an extensive smuggling network, as well as four tankers that the U.S. contends...
Club World Cup: Yildiz shines for Juventus in win over Wydad
The National News
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Kenan Yildiz continued his breakout campaign with a starring performance as Juventus overwhelmed Wydad Casablanca 4-1 at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, taking a major step towards qualification for the knockout stages of the Fifa Club World...
Stablecoins could be key in PAPSS’ new blockchain platform for cross-border settlements
TechCabal
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July 1, 2025
On June 26, the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), the intra-African payment initiative, launched a new product for real-time cross-border settlements across Africa. The product, called the African Currency Marketplace, will enable...